Intex Pool Chemical Startup List
- Alkalinity increaser (sodium bicarbonate)
- Alkalinity decreaser (sodium bisulfate)
- pH increaser (sodium carbonate)
- pH decreaser (sodium bisulfate)
- Calcium hardness increaser (calcium chloride)
- Sanitizer (liquid chlorine, chlorine tablets, Intex saltwater pool system)
Simply so, how often should you change the water in your Intex pool?
For homeowners, the best recommendation is to drain and refill your swimming pool every two to three years. A number of factors will influence how often you should change the pool water.
Likewise, people ask, should I put chlorine in my Intex pool?
For the greatest protection against algae, bacteria, and cloudy water, Intex pools should maintain a chlorine level of 2.0-4.0 ppm at all times. If you opted for the Intex Salt Chlorinator, you can make your own chlorine by adding the correct amount of Pool Salt to the water.
How do you treat an Intex above ground pool?
For Intex pools, the go-to approach is to place 2 to 3 chlorine tablets in a floating chlorinator for slow-dissolve release, topping up when they start to run low. You’ll want to keep the chlorine level at around 1 to 3 ppm. Any higher and the water will be too harsh on your skin and eyes.
Should I cover my Intex pool every night?
You should cover your pool every night for several reasons. First off, a pool cover saves energy and conserves water by decreasing the amount of make-up water. Also, it reduces the consumption of chemicals, and finally, it saves a lot of cleaning time since it keeps the debris out of the pool.
How long will an Intex pool last?
Intex is a popular manufacturer of temporary above-ground pools. How long they last depends on a number of factors, but the simple answer is that the inflatable pools will last 2-4 years and the metal frame types will last between 4-8 years.
Do you put chlorine in above ground pools?
A pool should have a chlorine level between two and four parts per million (ppm). Make sure your above ground pool has enough by testing your water about every other day with chlorine test strips, such as these Aqua Chek Test Strips. Learn more about maintaining your pool’s chemicals.
Should I cover my Intex pool when raining?
When preparing your pool for a storm, leave it uncovered. Installing any kind of cover across the pool will not do much to protect against dust and contaminants because storms often bring strong winds and heavy rain that can cause the cover to lift off your pool.
Do I need to shock my Intex pool?
We recommend shocking Intex pools every week, especially if you’re having a heat wave or heavy rains. Heat and excess water can knock your chlorine levels to sub-par levels pretty quickly. Use a pool shock with a decent amount of available chlorine, and run your filtration system after you shock your pool.